CVE-2022-2593

Name: CVE-2022-2593
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-08-22T15:15:15.6+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 1.07%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-2593 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. The Better Search Replace WordPress plugin before 1.4.1 does not properly sanitise and escape table data before inserting it into a SQL query, which could allow high privilege users to perform SQL Injection attacks. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Better Search Replace WordPress plugin before 1.4.1 does not properly sanitise and escape table data before inserting it into a SQL query, which could allow high privilege users to perform SQL Injection attacks

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

1.07%

60.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-89

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Deliciousbrains	Better Search Replace	< 1.4.1

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/229a065e-1062-44d4-818d-29aa3b6b6d41Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/229a065e-1062-44d4-818d-29aa3b6b6d41Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 22, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-2593?

How severe is CVE-2022-2593?

CVE-2022-2593 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-2593?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2022-2593?

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Source: NVD / NIST